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A642 JDB

1983 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,493 mi
Last recorded3,493 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA642 JDB
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 3,493 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 3,488 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2017 3,414 miles

Central heatshield protector over exhaust silencer

Fail 4 Sep 2017 3,412 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From hose to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part when on full right hand lock (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Central heatshield protector over exhaust silencer

Service brake grabbing slightly To offside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 3,835 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,831 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 3,570 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?

Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
50,859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,833
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,426
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,585
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,976
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A642 JDB is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,186 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 24,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A642 JDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A642 JDB registered?

A642 JDB is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A642 JDB safe to buy?

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